The Controversy

The controversial program was aired on 31st May 2017. After the program aired, PEMRA issued a show cause notice to the channel and the host to explain the reasoning behind the complaint in writing. The channel’s representative was asked to appear for a personal hearing as well.

After considering the channel’s response and the written reply, PEMRA has come to the conclusion that the language used by Sahir Lodhi about Quaid-e-Azam was in violation of the Electronic Media Code of Conduct 2015.

The channel has now been asked to apologize and has been warned to be vigilant regarding its language to ensure compliance with the Code of Conduct 2015.